This week’s episode is with the talented and inspiring Deb Coffey. Deb has had a remarkable career within the world of fashion, lifestyle and interiors. Deb spent many years as a journalist, helping people navigate style through the various publications she worked for such as The Sun-Herald, The Sunday Telegraph, Elle Magazine, Cosmopolitan, The Australian Magazine and Vogue. She then went on to run a very successful PR Agency, Hush Communications, before moving into the world of interiors, which is where her passion now lies. Deb has renovated 10 houses personally and has a stunning interiors store, Manyara Home, where she guides budding renovators into a world of beauty. 

In this episode we hear some great pearls of wisdom from Deb - why she thinks change is a really good thing, her refreshing perspective on flipping houses, what key wardrobe pieces to invest in and her top interior styling tips. 

Deb shares what it was like working in the media in the 80s and 90s, how things have fundamentally changed since then and the way the skills she learned as a journalist have served her well in other areas of her life. 

We also hear about Deb’s beautiful marriage, which began when Deb was just 19. She shares why she thinks her marriage works and what she suggests women look out for when they’re choosing a long-term partner. It’s probably not what you think. 

As we follow Deb’s story and career path, we hear how a chance conversation led to her purchasing the interiors store, Manyara Home, and Deb’s passion for interiors really shines through in this chat. Deb gives some great tips on how to make the most of your space with simple suggestions for furniture, curtains and lighting that you won’t want to miss. 

Deb is a real go-getter who’s always moving forwards and engaging in new and different things to keep her mind active. She has a refreshing perspective to share and we really hope you enjoy listening in as much as we enjoyed chatting with her. 

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